God Pursues & Protects

This Bible study on Jonah explores the famous story of Jonah and the whale to teach us how God responds to our rebelliation.

Discussion Guide:

Ice Breaker: Introduce yourself and share this week's highs and lows.

Q1: What's one thing that stood out to you from today's message?

Q2: Jonah thought he outran God's calling for his life by sailing in the opposite direction. How did God redirect him to get his life back on track?

Q3: Have you ever given up on something that God called you to do? (Think New Year resolutions.) What usually redirects you back to those forgotten pursuits?

Q4: How did God protect Jonah from the stormy seas? What might this reveal about God?

Q5: Have you faced a difficult situation that seemed like punishment at the moment, but looking back you can see how it redirected you towards something better?

Q6: How can you pursue God in difficult situations to take steps towards the path God wants for your life?

Application: What's one step you can take towards God and his calling for you this week? Commit to taking that step every day.

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